30 Jan 2009 Government Housing and Homelessness Justice Supportive Housing Faces Down Routine Opposition Neighbors tend to be wary of projects for special-needs residents, but backers say this housing is essential — and may even raise property values. ByMike Reicher0Comments
12 Jan 2009 Housing and Homelessness Eviction Prevention Imperiled By State Cut Housing advocates and clients were dismayed by the loss of the Homelessness Prevention Program — and Legal Aid may file suit. By1Comment
22 Dec 2008 ARTS and CULTURE Economy One Idealist's Progress In Fighting Poverty Online Darryl Penrice has been needy himself. Now that he’s stumbled across a potential way to reduce want for everyone, he’s determined to make it work. ByCurtis Stephen0Comments
22 Dec 2008 Justice Churches 'Foster' New Family Ties A group of Queens congregations is working together to recruit and nurture new foster parents. By0Comments
15 Dec 2008 Housing and Homelessness NYCHA HPD Boss Leaves; City Policy At Crossroads Commissioner Shaun Donovan’s departure to Washington comes as the city’s affordable housing plan faces steep challenges. ByJarrett Murphy0Comments
08 Dec 2008 Uncategorized Yes We Can End Hunger In his new book, activist Joel Berg says everyone can have enough to eat. ByNeil deMause0Comments
01 Dec 2008 ARTS and CULTURE Justice Some Work the Overnight While Others Decorate It Two new books illuminate some of New York City’s darker corners. ByCurtis Stephen0Comments
01 Dec 2008 Government In Bed-Stuy Residents Ask: What's Up At The Armory? Changes at a homeless shelter spur questions, as local activists work to ensure their neighborhood’s fragile progress is maintained. ByRosie McCobb0Comments
24 Nov 2008 Economy Education Government Those Who Lend A Hand Up Wouldn't Mind A Handout In needy times, social services nonprofit leaders strategize about how to do even more with even less. ByKaren Loew0Comments
24 Nov 2008 Government Volunteer Shelter Network Up In Arms Over Changes A proposed reorganization of homeless drop-in centers and overnight beds by the city has advocates crying foul. By0Comments
